adjective
- relating to childbirth and the care of women giving birth
Usage: medical
Examples
- The obstetric ward was busy with new mothers and their babies.
- She specialized in obstetric nursing after graduating from medical school.
- The hospital’s obstetric department has excellent facilities.
- Obstetric care is essential for safe deliveries.
- The doctor provided obstetric services to women in rural areas.
- Modern obstetric practices have greatly reduced maternal mortality rates.